Cucurbita moschata is een warmteminnende pompoensoort met langwerpige of ronde vruchten. Geschikt voor moestuin en tuin, veelal geschikt voor consumptie en decoratieve herfstaccenten.
Butternut squash: Recognized for its bell shape and sweet, nutty flavor.
Musquee de Provence: A French heirloom with ribbed skin and deep orange flesh.
Climate: Prefers warm climates with a long growing season.
Soil: Needs fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
Sunlight: Requires full sun.
Watering needs: Needs consistent, deep watering to support vigorous growth.
Culinary use: Ideal for roasting, soups, and baking due to its sweet flavor.
Market appeal: High demand for its flavor and versatility.
Cultivation: Resistant to squash vine borers and other pests.
Post-harvest care: Harvest when rind is hard. Cure to improve storage life.
Regional considerations: Suited to warm regions but can be grown elsewhere with proper timing.
